Closing Date: 9th October, 2025
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Are you an ambitious individual with a passion for making a difference in Workers' Compensation law? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can truly shine? If so, we invite you to join our team!
The State Fund Legal program is seeking a motivated legal professional to supervise, direct, and oversee the work of the Stockton workers' compensation defense legal unit comprised of attorneys who represent State Compensation Insurance Fund, its clients, policyholders, and State agencies. The successful candidate will also work closely with internal and external business partners, and lead projects that affect the State Fund Legal department.
The Assistant Chief Counsel serves under the authority of the Deputy Chief Counsel. As a vital member of our team, you will enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. The successful candidate will have the qualifications and skills to consistently perform at a highly competent level in the following:
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29233450&name=WCAttorneyACCDutyStatement2024.pdf)
Working Conditions:
This position offers the flexibility of remote work. The Assistant Chief Counsel will be required to attend in-person/mandatory meetings at the Stockton office. Please apply only to this Stockton position if it's your preferred location.
The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.
Minimum Requirements:
The Assistant Chief Counsel serves under the authority of the Deputy Chief Counsel. As a vital member of our team, you will enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. The successful candidate will have the qualifications and skills to consistently perform at a highly competent level in the following:
- Lead, manage, supervise, develop, and train the staff of the assigned unit including providing training on the use of Legal's case management systems and document management systems.
- Supervise the provision of high-quality legal services, ensuring timely responses, quality preparation, effective presentation, and sensible and efficient finalization.
- Perform administrative duties such as budget preparation and control, asset acquisition and maintenance, and statistical reporting.
- Maintenance of assigned caseload, litigation skills, including trials, conferences, hearings, depositions, negotiations, employer meetings, legal research, and correspondence.
- Effectively supervise the work of subordinate personnel in performing legal research and analysis; drafting opinions, pleadings, and/or proposed regulations and legislation; complex negotiations, and litigation.
- Assign and delegate work to subordinate employees.
- Adapt plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, personnel, resources and/or workload demands.
- Anticipate consequences of present decisions and courses of action.
- Resolve performance issues by planning and implementing measures to improve employee performance.
- Conduct effective employee performance appraisals to provide attorneys and staff information regarding their performance and levels of expectations in a timely and effective manner.
- Introduce changes in the program in a positive manner to gain buy-in from employees and to ensure assigned operation runs smoothly.
- Conduct meetings with attorneys and staff to communicate information that is necessary for job performance.
- Be flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interruptions to effectively respond to demanding situations and to complete projects or assignments effectively.
- Maintain high ethical standards in completing all assignments to maintain integrity of State Fund and build trusting relationship with attorneys and staff.
- Manage the operational needs of a legal office including budgeting, procurement, business continuity, calendaring and case assignments.
- Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Work on multiple projects and assignments simultaneously to complete projects or assignments effectively.
- Work independently without direct assistance on various aspects of the job.
- Formulate and implement policies, procedures and workflow processes.
- Use good judgment and make sound decisions in stressful or sensitive situations while being firm but tactful.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29233450&name=WCAttorneyACCDutyStatement2024.pdf)
Working Conditions:
This position offers the flexibility of remote work. The Assistant Chief Counsel will be required to attend in-person/mandatory meetings at the Stockton office. Please apply only to this Stockton position if it's your preferred location.
The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
State Fund Is California's Largest Provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance. Established in 1914 by The State Legislature, We Offer Diverse and Comprehensive Products and Services that Provide a Strong and Stable Option for Employers and Injured Employees with Fast, Reliable Claims Service and Medical and Indemnity Benefits.
Our Culture Centers on Our Purpose and Values. We Exist to Provide Fairly Priced Workers' Compensation Insurance, Make Workplaces Safe, and Restore Injured Workers. to Fully Represent California, We Are Committed to Our Employees by Embracing and Celebrating Our Diverse Workforce and Fostering Inclusion to Make the Workplace a Dynamic Environment for All. We Recognize and Reward High Performance yet Value a Healthy Work/life Balance.
Department Website: Http://www.Statefundca.Com
Special Requirements:
To Be Considered, You Must Provide a Fully Completed Std 678 Application, Resume, and Statement of Qualifications via Cal Careers. Resumes Submitted in Lieu of The Std 678 May Not Be Accepted. Completed Std 678 Must Include Duties Performed, Start and End Dates, and Hours Worked per Week for Each Position Held.
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, Have Leap Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility May Be Considered.
Application Instructions:
Completed Applications and All Required Documents Must Be Received or Postmarked by The Final Filing Date in Order to Be Considered. Dates Printed on Mobile Bar Codes, Such as The Quick Response (qr) Codes Available at The Usps, Are Not Considered Postmark Dates for The Purpose of Determining Timely Filing of An Application.
Final Filing Date: 10/9/2025
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List or Leap Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility (please Attach Your Letter, if Available). Sroa and Surplus Candidates Are Given Priority; Therefore, Individuals with Other Eligibility May Be Considered in The Event No Sroa or Surplus Candidates Apply.
Applications Will Be Screened and Only the Most Qualified Applicants Will Be Selected to Move Forward in The Selection Process. Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications Stated in The Classification Specification(s).
How to Apply:
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/employment Application (std 678) and Applicable or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted to Apply for This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. when Submitting Your Application in Hard Copy, a Completed Copy of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. if You Choose to Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through an Alternative Method Listed Below:
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=493659)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29233450&name=WCAttorneyACCDutyStatement2024.pdf)
Department Information:
State Fund Is California's Largest Provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance. Established in 1914 by The State Legislature, We Offer Diverse and Comprehensive Products and Services that Provide a Strong and Stable Option for Employers and Injured Employees with Fast, Reliable Claims Service and Medical and Indemnity Benefits.
Our Culture Centers on Our Purpose and Values. We Exist to Provide Fairly Priced Workers' Compensation Insurance, Make Workplaces Safe, and Restore Injured Workers. to Fully Represent California, We Are Committed to Our Employees by Embracing and Celebrating Our Diverse Workforce and Fostering Inclusion to Make the Workplace a Dynamic Environment for All. We Recognize and Reward High Performance yet Value a Healthy Work/life Balance.
Department Website: Http://www.Statefundca.Com
Special Requirements:
To Be Considered, You Must Provide a Fully Completed Std 678 Application, Resume, and Statement of Qualifications via Cal Careers. Resumes Submitted in Lieu of The Std 678 May Not Be Accepted. Completed Std 678 Must Include Duties Performed, Start and End Dates, and Hours Worked per Week for Each Position Held.
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, Have Leap Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility May Be Considered.
Application Instructions:
Completed Applications and All Required Documents Must Be Received or Postmarked by The Final Filing Date in Order to Be Considered. Dates Printed on Mobile Bar Codes, Such as The Quick Response (qr) Codes Available at The Usps, Are Not Considered Postmark Dates for The Purpose of Determining Timely Filing of An Application.
Final Filing Date: 10/9/2025
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List or Leap Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility (please Attach Your Letter, if Available). Sroa and Surplus Candidates Are Given Priority; Therefore, Individuals with Other Eligibility May Be Considered in The Event No Sroa or Surplus Candidates Apply.
Applications Will Be Screened and Only the Most Qualified Applicants Will Be Selected to Move Forward in The Selection Process. Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications Stated in The Classification Specification(s).
How to Apply:
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/employment Application (std 678) and Applicable or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted to Apply for This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. when Submitting Your Application in Hard Copy, a Completed Copy of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. if You Choose to Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through an Alternative Method Listed Below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
State Compensation Insurance Fund
Mailing Address
Attn: Jc-493659 Nr
Po Box 659015
Sacramento, Ca 95865
Mailing Address
Attn: Jc-493659 Nr
Po Box 659015
Sacramento, Ca 95865
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
State Compensation Insurance Fund
Talent Acquisition/staffing
Jc-493659 Nr
2275 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, Ca 95833
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
Talent Acquisition/staffing
Jc-493659 Nr
2275 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, Ca 95833
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
Required Application Package Documents
The Following Items Are Required to Be Submitted with Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit the Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered for This Job:
The Following Items Are Required to Be Submitted with Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit the Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered for This Job:
- Current Version of The State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678 (when Not Applying Electronically), or The Electronic State Employment Application Through Your Applicant Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. All Experience and Education Relating to The Minimum Qualifications Listed on The Classification Specification Should Be Included to Demonstrate how You Meet the Minimum Qualifications for The Position.
- Resume Is Required and Must Be Included.
